how much the population has increased just in the area of Stirchley. Occupational structure From data in 1831 the majority of males over 20 were involved in either agriculture or manufacturing and the minority in retail and handicrafts. Most people in Stirchley had a social status of labourers, servants, or 'middling sorts' which are small farmers not employing labourers, however there were some employers and professionals. From the 2001 Census, it can be seen that the majority of the population between 16 and 74 in Stirchley are economically active. Many are employed in the Service industries which includes retail, transport, education and social work. Places of interest There is one main church in Stirchley, St.James', that is situated in a quiet location one mile away from Telford town centre. In the 12th century the chancel, where the clergy and choir are seated, was built from local sandstone. Today the more recent additions from the 18th century can be seen such as the steeple which was made from red brick. Stirchley Hall farm is an estate that has been bought by numerous people and the last person known to have ownership of the estate was Thomas Clowes. The last person to buy the estate was Dawley Development Corporation in 1964. Education Telford Park School is located in Stirchley. The Telford Japanese School (テルフォード補習授業校 Terufōdo Hoshū Jugyō Kō), a weekend Japanese educational programme, is held at Telford Park School. See also Listed buildings in Stirchley and Brookside References External links Telford Town Park Stirchley Church & Rectory, Shropshire Telford